On Sunday, M. Ivaškevičius shared a video in which the windows of the apartment on Labdarių Street are shaking from the pounding music.
Next door is the popular club “Materialistė” in the capital, which the playwright accused of playing insanely loud music at night, making it impossible to sleep.
M. Ivaškevičius called it all “gateway to hell” and pointed the finger at the inefficiency of the institutions.
At that time, the owner of “Materialistė” was Matas Puodžiūnas 15min said that everything was done so that the sound would not go outside, and the police had not fined the club for noise and, in general, it has a rare guest.
“The municipality is making efforts”
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Gabrielius Grubinskas, representative of Vilnius city municipality 15min said that it is not easy to reconcile the interests of all parties in such a case, but the municipality is making efforts to solve the problems.
“First of all, we talk to the community and other interested parties. Established to solve noise and other problems related to night life in the city Vilnius night officewhich invites interested individuals and their groups to register for the consultations held every Monday”, said the representative of the municipality.
Žygimantas Gedvilas/BNS photo/Vilnius City Municipality
“Their goal is to gather information about the extent of existing problems and to find the most appropriate solutions. Vilnius night officeafter listening to both local communities and businessmen and based on the experience of foreign countries and the recommendations of experts, in the long term, he will seek to harmonize the expectations and interests of the city’s residents and the owners of night culture venues,” he added.
According to him, according to the needs of the police, the municipality has also installed two video surveillance cameras at the intersection of Vilniaus and Labdarii streets.
Powerless due to noise
However, the municipality admits that it is powerless due to the noise.
“The municipality is also talking with the institutions about changes to the noise management law, which will allow to solve this problem more effectively. At the moment, the municipality does not have the ability to properly assess the level of noise generated by events – only accredited laboratories perform accurate sound level measurements, while the control of hygiene norms is carried out by the National Public Health Center”, said G. Grubinskas.
Arno Strumilos / 15min photo/Vilniaus street
In addition, according to the representative of the municipality, the experience of other countries shows that sound meters are not a suitable tool for solving noise management issues in streets where, due to the high concentration of bars and night clubs, there are larger gatherings of people, as it is difficult to determine the source of the problem and the level of noise.
M. Ivaškevičius reported to the police many times
At that time, M. Ivaškevičius, 15min after publishing the first text about this problem, once again criticized the owners of “Materialistė”.
The playwright assured that he would do everything to close the popular capital club if “the noise continues to terrorize my home and loved ones”.
A well-known cultural figure offers the club to reduce the volume of music at night, to carry out other soundproofing works.
M. Ivaškevičius also complained about the incompetence of the police.
“Since I have been living this nightmare for several years now, I talked to the owners of bars and clubs I know about how to deal with this situation. They unanimously advised me: call the police every time. It’s unpleasant, but there is no other way,” the playwright wrote.
Vigant Ovadnev/Žmones.lt photo/”Matérialiste” opening
“So, the police for Materialists I called out more than once because of the noise, I know more people who did the same. I have a bunch of standard police SMS responses on my phone: We inform you that your report has been registered with the police, it has been given a registration number (ROIK)“, he was angry.
M. Ivaškevičius was surprised by the statement of M. Puodžiūnas, the owner of “Materialistė”, that the police is not such a frequent guest in the club.
“And what does that mean?” The police never came? Or Materialists the owner is lying, or (if true) I no longer understand what state I live in. I am well aware that the police respond to noise calls from other bars. Why is it different here? Bribes, corrupt connections? Is there something else that I am not destined to understand”, the famous man thought.
In the comments of this post, M. Puodžiūnas suggested that M. Ivaškevicius meet at the club and clarify the situation.
15min also addressed the capital city police for comment. We will add the text as soon as we receive it.
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The Struggle for a Harmonious Nightlife in Vilnius: Noise, Complaints, and the Quest for Solutions
Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, is known for its vibrant nightlife scene, with numerous bars and nightclubs that cater to diverse musical tastes and preferences. However, the city’s nightlife has also been marred by complaints about noise, which have led to clashes between residents, club owners, and authorities. In this article, we will delve into the complexities of Vilnius’ nightlife, exploring the issues of noise, noise management, and the efforts of the municipality to find a balance between the interests of all parties involved.
Noise Complaints and the Impact on Residents
The issue of noise pollution is a pressing concern for many residents of Vilnius, particularly those living in close proximity to nightclubs and bars. The loud music and vibrations from these establishments can make it impossible for people to sleep or enjoy a quiet evening at home. The dramatic effects of noise pollution were exemplified in a video shared by M. Ivaškevičius, a playwright who lives near the popular club “Materialistė” in the city center. The video showed the windows of his apartment shaking violently due to the pounding music, earning the dubious title of “gateway to hell” [1].
The Municipal Response: Efforts to Reconcile Interests
In response to the growing concerns about noise pollution, the Vilnius city municipality has taken steps to address the issue. According to Gabrielius Grubinskas, a representative of the municipality, the city is making efforts to reconcile the interests of all parties involved, including residents, club owners, and the police [1]. The municipality has established the “Vilnius Night Office,” which invites interested individuals and groups to register for consultations every Monday. The goal of the Night Office is to gather information about the extent of existing problems and find the most appropriate solutions, taking into account the experiences of foreign countries and expert recommendations [1].
The Limitations of Noise Management
Despite the municipality’s efforts, the city still faces significant challenges in managing noise pollution. The current noise management law is inadequate, and the municipality lacks the ability to properly assess the level of noise generated by events. Only accredited laboratories can perform accurate sound